Summer Academy Camps

Introductory Engineering

Engineering

Registration for camps opens January 15, 2025.

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Explore the world of engineering in this exciting, hands-on camp offered in partnership with the UGA College of Engineering! Discover the vital roles that engineers play in our world and explore various fields where engineering is applied, including architecture, transportation, and aerospace. You’ll learn the fundamentals of mechanical, structural, electrical, and control system engineering while uncovering the scientific principles behind them, such as Newton’s laws, work, energy, simple machines, friction, gravity, heat, electricity, and fluid forces. Throughout the week, you’ll participate in engaging activities and friendly competitions as we build structures, vehicles, catapults, and rockets. You’ll also have the opportunity to discuss topics that align with your specific interests.

Age:	11-14
Course Date:	June 23 – 27, 2025 Monday – Friday
Course Date Info:	9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Address:	UGA College of Engineering, Driftmier Engineering Center 597 D. W. Brooks Drive, Athens, GA 30602 See map: Google Maps
Cost:	Day Camp – $530 Residential Camp – $1255
Course Number:	1795-002

Prerequisites:
Some basic knowledge of math and physics may be helpful, but this course is designed for middle school students with little to no experience in engineering.

Instructor:

Adam Wineland

Adam Wineland is a lecturer in the College of Engineering at the University of Georgia. He teaches engineering graphics and design and serves as a mentor for students working on various design projects. Adam earned his bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from North Georgia College and State University and his master’s degree in Engineering from the University of Georgia. Outside of class, Adam enjoys playing video games with his two sons and judging youth science fair competitions while encouraging younger generations to join the light side of the STEM force. This is Adam’s fifth year as a Summer Academy instructor.